Many families send regular medicines to parents, students or relatives abroad. It is possible — but medicines are the item customs checks most closely, so documents matter.
What you need
- Prescription in the receiver's name.
- Doctor's letter on letterhead describing the condition and dosage (in English).
- Original packing with labels and batch details — no loose strips in plastic bags.
- Personal quantity — generally no more than a few months' supply.
Country notes
- UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar: some common medicines contain controlled ingredients and need prior approval. Check before sending.
- Japan: more than about one month's supply needs an import certificate (Yakkan Shoumei).
- USA: FDA may refuse medicines not approved in the USA.
- UK/EU: personal quantities with prescription are usually fine; controlled drugs need licences.
- Australia: limited personal supply with prescription; some ingredients are restricted.
Never send
- Narcotic or psychotropic medicines without explicit approval
- Liquids in glass bottles without leak-proof packing
- Medicines for resale
How we handle medicine parcels
Medicine bookings are marked for document check. A small handling charge may apply, and dispatch happens once the prescription and doctor's letter are on file.
Frequently asked questions
Can I courier medicines from India?
Yes, for personal use, with a valid prescription and a doctor's letter, in original packing and reasonable personal quantities. Some medicines are restricted at the destination.
Can I send ayurvedic or siddha medicines?
Usually yes, in sealed original packs with ingredient labels, but some countries treat them like regular medicines. Include a doctor's note.
Why is my medicine parcel on hold?
We hold medicine parcels until the prescription and doctor's letter are received, to avoid seizure at destination customs.